Paranthaman H
Baker & Pastry Chef
Chennai
Summary
Dynamic Baker and Pastry Chef with extensive experience at The Cake Shop, specializing in recipe development and pastry techniques. Proven track record of enhancing customer satisfaction through customized cake designs and innovative seasonal recipes. Adept at training staff and fostering teamwork, consistently delivering high-quality desserts that drive repeat business.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Baker
Chennai Bakers
08.2010 - 05.2013
- Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to sanitation guidelines and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
- Contributed to team success by training new employees on baking techniques, safety protocols, and equipment operation.
- Trained and supervised new employees on bakery operations and procedures.
- Managed customer service operations, including taking orders and resolving complaints.
- Trained new staff in bakery operations, improving overall team efficiency and product consistency.
- Adapted baking techniques for special dietary needs, expanding customer base to include those with dietary restrictions.
- Customized cake designs according to customer requests, increasing satisfaction and repeat business.
- Mixed icing and other toppings by reading recipes, scaling, and measuring ingredients and operating mixer.
Baker
The Cake Shop
01.2014 - 05.2017
- Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to sanitation guidelines and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
- Contributed to team success by training new employees on baking techniques, safety protocols, and equipment operation.
- Trained and supervised new employees on bakery operations and procedures.
- Developed creative seasonal recipes, attracting new customers and increasing bakery sales.
- Customized cake designs according to customer requests, increasing satisfaction and repeat business.
Baker & Pastry Chef
The Chef Man Bakery[Own Bakery]
04.2018 - 02.2022
- Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to sanitation guidelines and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
- Contributed to team success by training new employees on baking techniques, safety protocols, and equipment operation.
- Adjusted recipes based on available ingredients or dietary restrictions,
- Frosted and iced cakes, cupcakes, cookies, doughnuts, sweet rolls, and coffee cakes.
- Customized cake designs according to customer requests, increasing satisfaction and repeat business.
- Developed new recipes to expand bakery's offerings and attract new customers.
- Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste, and presentation.
Pastry Chef
The Brownie Studio
06.2022 - Current
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Developed new pastry recipes for seasonal menus, resulting in increased sales and positive feedback.
- Mixed icing and other toppings by reading recipes, scaling, and measuring ingredients and operating mixer.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Mentored junior staff members in pastry techniques, fostering a supportive work environment and increasing their skillsets.
- Created signature desserts that increased repeat customer visits, making them favorites among clientele.
- Decorated cakes, cupcakes and other pastries according to customer requests.
- Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste, and presentation.
- Cut and shaped dough for pies, rolls and other pastries.
Education
No Degree - SSLC
BMS.Matric Higher Secondary School
Chennai, India 04.2001 -
Skills
Ingredient sourcing
Recipe development
Presentation management
Dessert preparation
Menu planning
Pastry preparation
Pastry techniques
Training staff
Icings and fondant
Flavor pairing
Cake and pastry decoration
Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Pastry Chef
The Brownie Studio
06.2022 - Current
Baker & Pastry Chef
The Chef Man Bakery[Own Bakery]
04.2018 - 02.2022
Baker
The Cake Shop
01.2014 - 05.2017
Baker
Chennai Bakers
08.2010 - 05.2013
No Degree - SSLC
BMS.Matric Higher Secondary School
04.2001 -